NOAA Stiff-Arms House Science Panel Subpoena Questioning “Hiatus” Study

"The agency refused to turn over scientists’ emails about a study that debunks a theory favored by climate deniers, including committee chair Lamar Smith."

"Citing confidentiality and the integrity of the scientific process, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) chose not to turn over all the documents demanded in a subpoena from the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology.

The committee, which oversees federally-funded scientific research, had issued its subpoena seeking "all documents and communications" related to a recent NOAA study that disputes the global warming "hiatus,” a concept favored by those who deny climate science because it indicated global warming had paused or slowed since 1998.

Committee chair Lamar Smith (R-Tex.), a vocal climate denier, has led a series of inquiries of climate scientists and organizations, questioning their research or methods."

Lisa Song reports for InsideClimate News October 28, 2015.